When the Aurora Bridge Fence Project affected traffic on northbound 99 last Sunday, we heard from West Seattleites who got stuck in backups – so we’re passing along the advisory that just came in for THIS Sunday, in case you were planning to use 99 – which will have closures in both directions that day – read on:

Here’s the full text of the WSDOT advisory:

www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle, and tune into to radio traffic reports.

Drivers can reduce traffic volumes and minimize delays on SR 99 by:

· Reducing, postponing or combining trips.

· Riding the bus or carpooling.

· Biking or walking.

This Sunday crews will continue work to remove and replace more than 1000 rivets and bolts for the construction of a safety fence to deter suicides. Drivers can expect additional closures for rivet removal in September. Crews are working Sundays because rivet busting is too noisy to do at night. Nearby residents can expect to hear construction noise from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Learn more about the SR 99 Aurora Bridge Fence project at www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr99/aurorabridgefence. View photos of crews removing and replacing rivets at www.flickr.com/photos/wsdot/sets/72157624735234434.